diversion
Example Sentences
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While they’re known for divinatory diversion today, their genesis is anything but lighthearted and involved serious money, serious games and serious art.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
"Any diversion or embezzlement of funds constitutes a profound betrayal of the faith reposed by millions of devotees in one of the most sacred institutions of Hindu faith."
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
The plan failed and the diversion of resources from other industries increased dependency on Soviet borrowing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026
Under the current law, judges must presume mental illness was a factor if a defendant with a legitimate diagnosis seeks diversion.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
She had to come up with a diversion right away.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
Vocabulary lists containing diversion
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